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S&C Machinists Skillsbridge Training Program2- Week CNC Machinist ProgramChicagoland AreaPrerequisites for TrainingThis a program for military personnel. Trainee must be current Service Member with CNC Machinist experiences.S&C Electric Company is applying more than a century’s-worth of expertise and a passion for innovation to addressing the challenges facing the world’s power grids.With the impacts of climate change intensifying the need to shift to more sustainable energy systems, S&C is developing solutions that support the incorporation of renewable energy resources, bring greater intelligence to the grid, and keep the power on for businesses and communities worldwide.Recognizing that the power of our people is the driving force behind upholding our mission, we search for the best and the brightest to join our team.S&C Electric Co. US Fabrication is committed to the manufacturing and on-time delivery of these piece parts to the assembly operations with a very experienced staff of machinists who can operate a variety of work centers able to fabricate sheet steel, turn bar stock and machine raw castings into complex parts. In this job, you will work in a production environment, continuously tending a machine. After an initial training period, productivity and quality requirements must be met. Durations of set-ups and run times will vary. Tasks require a moderate degree of eye-hand coordination, manual dexterity, and the use of both hands and arms on a repetitive basis for a full range of motion.S&C Electric Co. has launched a Training Program for CNC Machinists to upskill in the following areas for machinists:· CNC Milling (Set-up & Operations) – 24 Hrs. max· CNC Turning (Set-up & Operations) –18 Hrs. maxS&C DOD Skillsbridge CriteriaMust be a current Active Duty ServicememberMust be transitioning out of military within 6 months.Must be able to complete a minimum of 2 weeks of on-the-job trainingMust be able to complete 40 hours minimum, fulltime, to meet program requirements.Job Title: Upon completion of the CNC Milling and CNC Turning courses, this SkillBridge training program will prepare the Service member to be hired as a CNC Machinist.Cost of Program:There is no cost to service person. Reimbursement provided for room and board.Length of Training:CNC Milling will be 24 hours and CNC Turning will be 18 hours of class/hands-on instruction or 2-week training program, meeting three times a week, for six to eight hours per session.Cohort Start TimesThere will be 2 cohort start dates available. Students can select to join either the April or August sessions.Location(s)All training will be completed in the Chicagoland area.
Job description:
In this job you will be setting up and operating a variety of numerically controlled machines including turning centers, vertical and horizontal machining centers. Duration of set-ups varies from 1 to 3 hours. Once set-up, running times vary depending on the job order. You will be working in a production environment where all jobs have a measured standard production rate, and you will be responsible for the quality of your work. Most tasks require good hand/eye coordination and the full range motion of both hands and arms on a regular and repetitive basis. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: Handling of piece parts ranging in weight from 1lb. to 25 lbs. Deburring and cleaning of parts using various hand and power tools such as a belt sander or drill press. Inspection of parts visually and using various measurement tools such as height gauges and verniers. Enrollment and successful completion of courses offered at S&C through S&C Continuous Improvement Institute are expected. Set up and operating a variety of numerically controlled machines including turning centers, vertical and horizontal machining centers. To select this job as one of interest to you, at a minimum, you must have the following: Demonstrated ability to read basic blueprints and follow specific instructions and procedures. Ability to organize, prioritize and plan daily work assignments in a self-directed changing environment. Knowledge of shop math. Ability to use measuring equipment such as height gauges or verniers. Understanding of metal-cutting applications and machine practices. CNC, Lathes, Presses or other Machinists related experiences.
2 Week Machinist Training Program.· CNC Milling (Set-up & Operations) – 24 Hrs. max· CNC Turning (Set-up & Operations) –18 Hrs. maxCohort Start TimesThere will be 2 cohort start dates available. Students can select to join either the April or August sessions.Location(s)All training will be completed in the Chicagoland area.
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Prerequisites for Training. Trainee must be a Service member CNC Machinist
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